Developing your Internet Skills
Programme Aim
The aim of the course is to provide the learner with the skills to complete tasks online. The learner will be be able to take responsibility for their own security and privacy online and develop skills to communicate effectively through email.
Target Award
QQI Information & Communication Technologies – 3M0877
Start Date: 07-10-2025 Hours/week: 02 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 25 weeks
Learners do not need any previous formal qualifications
Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements
Please refer to Programme Descriptor for Programme Aims and Objectives
Learning Aptitude
Learners who are ready to take on new tasks, can follow direction and are moving towards independent learning.
Previous Experience
No previous experience required. Learners who wish to progress to employment or further education and training through the attainment of a QQI level 3 major award.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Skills (Minr03 – 3N0931) | Internet Skills (3N0931) | QQI |
Outline how Information Technology affects everyday life to include social networking, ecommerce, e-Government and e-Learning
2. Explain commonplace Information Technology concepts and terminology relating to computer
types, computer hardware, application software, and the internet
3. Describe the health, safety and personal hygiene considerations of working with computers
4. Describe information security considerations including password protection, viruses, and
provision of personal details
5. Outline the functions of the main hardware elements of a computer including input, output and
storage devices
6. Operate computer hardware by performing all required steps including connecting all required
devices, and powering up and shutting down equipment appropriately
7. Use a range a keyboard capabilities including text entry, numeric data entry, function keys,
application keys, multifunction keys, symbols, cursor control, caps lock, and num lock
8. Use a computer application to create a file by performing all required steps including accessing
the application, entering data using the keyboard and mouse, printing the file, and storing the file
appropriately for subsequent retrieval